Saigon
Vietnam
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Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City)
Welcome to the heart of southern Vietnam, a city that breathes through a complex dual identity. Formally known as Ho Chi Minh City since 1975, most locals and visitors still affectionately refer to it as Saigon, a name that…
Listen in the app2The Independence Palace — Symbol of Reunification
Before you stands the Independence Palace, an architectural landmark that signifies the unity between North and South Vietnam. This site is most famous for the events of April 30, 1975, when a North Vietnamese Army tank breached…
Listen in the app3The War Remnants Museum — A Somber Reflection
A short walk from the palace brings us to the War Remnants Museum, perhaps the most emotionally significant site in the city. This museum is dedicated to documenting the profound impacts and consequences of the Vietnam War, or…
Listen in the app4The French Quarter — Colonial Echoes
In this corner of the city, the influence of French colonial roots is most visible in the historical landscape. To your left is the Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon, a majestic red-brick structure built in the late 19th century. …
Listen in the app5Nguyen Hue Walking Street and City Hall
We now move to Nguyen Hue, a broad pedestrian boulevard that serves as the city's living room. At the head of this street stands the Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee, more commonly known as the City Hall. …
Listen in the app6The Cafe Apartments — Vertical Urbanism
Look up at the nine-story building that appears to be a glowing grid of colorful balconies. This is the famous Cafe Apartment building on Nguyen Hue. …
Listen in the app7Ben Thanh Market — The Heart of Local Commerce
No visit to Saigon is complete without stepping into the Ben Thanh Market, one of the city's oldest and most iconic landmarks. With origins tracing back to the 17th century, the current structure has stood as a central hub for…
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As our tour of Saigon concludes, we find ourselves by the banks of the Saigon River, a waterway that has been the city's lifeline for centuries. Watching the river cruise boats and the slow-moving container ships provides a…
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What is Saigon?
Saigon is a place in Vietnam with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Vietnam |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 10.7798, 106.7031 |
| Last updated |
